Durango Rafting - Whitewater Rafting In Durango, CO
1/2 Day Durango Rafting Trip
Lower Animas River
About This Trip
Bound Down the Animas River for 2 hours
Hop on a half day trip and enjoy Durango like a local! This river run takes you through a variety of rapids before floating the scenery south of town. Along the way you’ll learn the history of the region and stories of local traditions! Paddle along with the guide, or just sit back and relax— your choice!
Later in the season, water levels do get lower and all rapids are usually downgraded a full Class. This causes the river to become more technical as you bounce and spin-off of rocks that are usually submerged in the river.
A Durango rafting half trip offers a great mild trip option for ages 4 and up, but if you’re looking for a bit more adventure, try your hand at Inflatable Kayaks (ages 11+)!
Durango Rafting Half Day trips start at $74.00.
Season
April – September
Meet Time
8:30, 1:30 – All Season
9:30 – June – August
Return
About 3 hrs 45 minutes later
Boat Options
Standard Rafts
Premium Rafts
Inflatable Kayaks
Important Considerations
At high water levels (usually early June) our age limits may increase or younger kids may be shuttled around the larger Class III rapid.
All itineraries are subject to change due to water conditions.
Wetsuits are highly recommended from May through June, and wetsuit boots are recommended all season. Rentals are available!
Durango tends to get afternoon rain showers, so sometimes you get more water than you pay for!
While you are rafting, be sure to make accommodations for your four-legged friends. While the water temperatures are cold, the outside temperatures are very hot! Dogs cannot be kept in a vehicle while you raft.
What to Wear & Bring
- Swimsuit/Quick drying clothing (avoid cotton because it stays the temperature of the water and keeps you cold)
- Rain jacket
- Water shoes or secure sandals with heel straps (no flip flops or crocs!)
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses with a strap
- Water bottle
- Camera with waterproof case
- Warm, dry change of clothes (for after rafting)
Trips from May through June
- Wetsuits (available for rent)
- Wetsuit boots all season (available for rent)
- Fleece jacket and fleece socks (provides added warmth if you tend to get cold)
Trip Highlights
- See a different and more beautiful view of Durango
- Get the perfect mix of excitement through fun rapids and relaxation during calm sections
- Learn the wild history of the town and Southwest Colorado
- Hang out with fun, entertaining river guides
- Smelter White Water Park’s Class III splashes
- Wildlife: Deer, beaver, fox, birds of prey, river otters
- A hands on experience in helping the guides paddle and navigate down the river
- A great trip that pairs perfect with our other Durango tours.
Trip Map
